2020 Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage
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The 2020 Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Rouge displays profound depth with waves of dark fruits, crushed rocks, black olive, and violets, followed by sophisticated notes of roasted herbs and woodsmoke. On the palate, it shows remarkable freshness despite its power, with refined tannins and extraordinary length.
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Cellared at 55°F & 70% Humidity
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Domaine Jean-Louis Chave is a historic and highly esteemed estate located in the Northern Rhône Valley of France. The Chave family has been making wine in the region since 1481, making it one of the oldest winemaking dynasties in the world. Currently, the estate is run by Jean-Louis Chave, who took over from his father Gérard in the 1990s. The domaine is primarily known for producing some of the finest and most sought-after Hermitage wines, both red and white. Their approach combines deep respect for tradition with meticulous attention to detail in both the vineyard and the cellar.
The Domaine Jean-Louis Chave is based in Mauves, but their most famous wines come from the Hermitage appellation, one of the most prestigious in the Northern Rhône. Hermitage is known for producing powerful, long-lived red wines made primarily from Syrah, as well as complex white wines from Marsanne and Roussanne. The appellation is relatively small, covering only about 136 hectares on a steep, south-facing hill overlooking the Rhône River. The climate here is continental with Mediterranean influences, characterized by hot summers and cold winters, with the Mistral wind playing a significant role in keeping the vines healthy.
The terroir of Domaine Jean-Louis Chave's Hermitage vineyards is exceptional and diverse. The Chave family owns parcels in several of the best lieux-dits (named plots) on the Hermitage hill, including Bessards, L'Hermite, Péléat, and Méal. Each of these sites has its own unique soil composition and microclimate, contributing different elements to the final blend. For example, Bessards, with its granite soils, provides structure and minerality, while the softer soils of Méal contribute richness and body. This diversity allows Chave to create complex, layered wines that express the full spectrum of Hermitage terroir. The steep, terraced vineyards require manual cultivation, further emphasizing the connection between the vineyard work and the final product. Chave's intimate knowledge of these varied terroirs, accumulated over generations, is a key factor in the consistent excellence of their wines.
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